Abir
Abir is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Fragrance, perfume, or aroma.
Origin and history
Abir is a name of Arabic origin traditionally used to denote fragrance, perfume, or the aroma of flowers. While historically used across genders in various region-specific contexts, in the United States it has seen steady, modest growth as a masculine choice. Its usage in the U.S. remains relatively rare but increasingly recognized.
Popularity in the United States
683 babies in the United States have been named Abir since 1880. It ranks #3993 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1660.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53 %)
- NY (17.4 %)
- TX (15.3 %)
- NJ (12.3 %)
- PA (2.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 43 |
| 2000-2010 | 83 |
| 2010-2019 | 290 |
| 2020-2029 | 267 |
Fun facts
- In classical Arabic poetry, Abir refers to a blend of rich perfumes, often symbolizing pleasantness and beauty.
- Over a third of all recorded U.S. male births with the name Abir since 1880 occurred between 2020 and 2025.